Mango Bay Hotel Group wins TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2011

The two luxury Barbados properties owned by the Mango Bay Hotel Group have recently scooped one of the most prestigious popularity awards among the travel industry as it received the 2011 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence, as rated by satisfied guests

The Mango Bay Hotel Group, the company behind two luxury Barbados hotels, has recently been honoured with the 2011 'Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence' award for their two outstanding properties: the Mango Bay and the Island Inn Hotel.

This yearly customer-based award is given to hotels that have received the most positive reviews on TripAdvisor.com. The reviews are from guests who deem the quality of their stay and the property to be of high value. Both Mango Bay Group hotels received a "4.5 out of 5"in this year's poll, which earned them the certificate.

Proud of receiving this prestigious award in recognition of the outstanding Barbados holidays they provide for TripAdvisor reviewers, Peter Odle, Chairman of the Mango Bay Hotel Group said: "What sets Mango Bay and Island Inn apart from other hotels is our boutique-style properties mixed with all-inclusive value,"

"We strive to give our guests a holiday to remember, and since the most important feedback to us comes from of our guests, we thank those who took the time to write reviews, as well as TripAdvisor for this honour."

Travellers looking to experience the excellence of service provided at either for these amazing Barbados hotels during luxury Barbados holidays at Mango Bay or Island Inn Hotel holiday can enjoy an all-inclusive experience that includes hotel accommodation, all meals, afternoon tea, all local and brand name drinks including wine with lunch and dinner and use of watersports equipment (waterskiing, hobie-cat sailing, kayaking and snorkelling).

Located in the historic Holetown area on the famed Gold Coast of Barbados, the 76-room Mango Bay is known for its casual sophistication and all-inclusive value. This beachfront, boutique-style property is the ideal tropical retreat for travellers seeking an escape from the everyday hustle and bustle - an oasis where warm breezes, delightful Caribbean sunshine, and picturesque beaches are refreshing and revitalizing. Spacious accommodations, a centrally-located swimming pool, delicious dining and tremendous all-inclusive value make Mango Bay a truly exceptional "Uncomplicated, Unencumbered, Unforgettable" paradise.

The lavish hotel property is located within walking distance of many shops in Holetown, along with the new Limegrove Lifestyle Centre boasting high-end stores such as Ralph Lauren, Armani Exchange, Agent Provocateur, Cartier, and MAC Cosmetics, with Louis Vuitton opening in the coming months. It is also 25 minutes from the capital city of Bridgetown, and 40 minutes from Grantley Adams International Airport. Thus offering plenty of opportunities to indulge in some boutique shopping during holidays in Barbados, Mango Bay Hotel certainly has it all.

The second hotel, Island Inn Hotel is a magnificent all-inclusive property situated less than a mile from the centre of Bridgetown, conveniently close to shops, restaurants and is footsteps away from the beautiful Carlisle Bay beach. Originally constructed in 1804 as a Rum Storage facility for the British Regiment, the Island Inn Hotel is now part of the historic Garrison area of Barbados. This quaint twenty-four room property, which recently underwent a major renovation and restoration project in 2009-2010, amazes guests with its disarming simplicity and old world charm. Whether visiting alone, travelling on a family vacation, or passing through on business, the Island Inn Hotel offers unrivalled warmth of atmosphere with contemporary trappings and a true Bajan experience.